Media Contact: Marilyn Bryant Tucker, MBA, EGCBA,
Doctoral Studies in Marketing
Co-Owner, Bustin’ A Gut Maryland Style Seafood
135 SE Main Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27801
919-345-2892
www.bustinagutseafood.com

Bustin’ A Gut Maryland Style Seafood Named #1 Seafood Restaurant in Rocky Mount by BusinessRate

ROCKY MOUNT, NC — Bustin’ A Gut Maryland Style Seafood is proud to announce that it has been recognized as the #1 Seafood Restaurant in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, based on Google Recent Reviews in the 2026 Annual BusinessRate Rankings.

The independently owned restaurant, co-owned by Marilyn Bryant Tucker and Leroy LaMar Blakney, is honored to receive this recognition and extends its sincere appreciation to every customer who has visited, shared a review, and supported the restaurant’s continued growth.

Official BusinessRate Recognition: businessrate.com/awards/presentation/v2?cc=UJWLWA

Conveniently located in Historic Downtown Rocky Mount near Interstate 95, U.S. Highway 301, and U.S. Highway 64, Bustin’ A Gut Maryland Style Seafood has become a destination dining experience for both local residents and travelers. Guests visit from throughout Eastern North Carolina and surrounding communities to enjoy freshly prepared Maryland-style seafood, Southern hospitality, and signature menu offerings.

“Being recognized as the #1 Seafood Restaurant in Rocky Mount is an incredible honor because it reflects the voices of our customers,” said Marilyn Bryant Tucker, MBA, EGCBA, Co-Owner of Bustin’ A Gut Maryland Style Seafood. “Every review, every visit, and every recommendation has helped us grow. We are deeply grateful to our local community and the many travelers who continue making Bustin’ A Gut a destination for great food and outstanding hospitality.”

Leroy LaMar Blakney, Co-Owner of Bustin’ A Gut Maryland Style Seafood, added, “This recognition is a testament to the dedication and hard work that goes into every meal we prepare. We sincerely appreciate every customer who has supported us, shared our restaurant with others, and made us part of their family’s dining experience. We look forward to continuing to serve our community and welcoming new guests from across North Carolina and beyond.”

In addition to its award-winning seafood, the restaurant invites guests to experience its popular Sunday Hot Bar, featuring baked turkey wings, stuffing, collard greens, cabbage, candied yams, and a variety of homemade Southern favorites.

Bustin’ A Gut is also introducing two exciting menu additions:

• NEW Soul Roll — Stuffed with collard greens, candied yams, and mac & cheese.
• NEW Mac & Cheese Egg Roll — A delicious new twist on a comfort food favorite.

The restaurant has also earned several notable recognitions, including:

• #1 Seafood Restaurant in Rocky Mount – BusinessRate 2026 Annual Rankings (based on Google Recent Reviews)
• Featured on America’s Best Restaurants
• Voted a Top 4 Restaurant by Raleigh Food Trap
• Two Consecutive 100% Sanitation Scores
• Home of the Viral Seafood Egg Rolls

Whether you’re a longtime customer or planning your first visit, Bustin’ A Gut Maryland Style Seafood welcomes you to experience the food, hospitality, and service that continue to attract guests from across the region.

Restaurant Information

Bustin’ A Gut Maryland Style Seafood
135 SE Main Street
Historic Downtown Rocky Mount, NC 27801

Phone: 252-231-1557
Website: www.bustinagutseafood.com

Services:
Dine-In • Takeout • Catering • DoorDash • Uber Eats

About Bustin’ A Gut Maryland Style Seafood

Bustin’ A Gut Maryland Style Seafood is an independently owned restaurant located in Historic Downtown Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Known for its freshly prepared Maryland-style seafood, signature Seafood Egg Rolls, Sunday Hot Bar, and Southern hospitality, the restaurant has quickly become a favorite among both local residents and travelers. Its commitment to quality, cleanliness, and exceptional customer service has earned two consecutive 100% sanitation scores, national recognition through America’s Best Restaurants, recognition as a Top 4 restaurant by Raleigh Food Trap, and the 2026 BusinessRate honor as the #1 Seafood Restaurant in Rocky Mount based on Google Recent Reviews.